Description
Juicy, crispy air fryer chicken bites seasoned with garlic, paprika, and spices. A quick and family-friendly meal or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (optional, for crunch)
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Cut chicken into bite-sized cubes. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Season: Toss chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add panko for extra crunch if desired.
- Air Fry: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Spray basket with oil. Place chicken in a single layer. Air fry 8–10 minutes, shaking halfway, until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temp).
- Serve: Enjoy hot with dipping sauces like ranch, BBQ, or spicy sriracha mayo.
Notes
For variety, toss chicken in buffalo sauce, honey garlic glaze, or teriyaki after cooking. Perfect for meal prep or game day snacks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Snack
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup chicken bites
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg